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Lima, Peru - Estatua de Bolognesi
Lima, Peru - Estatua de Bolognesi (Bolognesi Statue) - named in honour of national hero, Colonel Francisco Bolognesi, a key participant at the battle of Arica during the War with Chile. Date: circa 1920
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This evocative photograph captures the majestic Estatua de Bolognesi (Bolognesi Statue) standing proudly in Lima, Peru's capital city. Dedicated to the national hero, Colonel Francisco Bolognesi, the statue was erected in the early 1920s as a tribute to his bravery and sacrifice during the War with Chile. Born in Lima on March 23, 1825, Bolognesi rose through the ranks of the Peruvian military to become a key participant at the Battle of Arica in 1880. Facing overwhelming Chilean forces, Bolognesi led his troops with unwavering determination, refusing to retreat despite being severely outnumbered. Tragically, he was killed in action, becoming a symbol of Peruvian resistance and patriotism. The statue, located in Parque de la Reserva in Lima, was designed by the renowned Peruvian sculptor Victor Delfin. Depicting Bolognesi in military uniform, the statue stands tall and resolute, gazing out over the city he defended. The base of the statue is adorned with intricate reliefs depicting scenes from the Battle of Arica, immortalizing the heroism and sacrifice of Colonel Bolognesi and his men. This photograph, taken circa 1920, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the memory of Bolognesi's bravery was still fresh in the minds of Peruvians. The statue remains an enduring symbol of Peruvian military history and a source of national pride, inspiring generations to come.
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